The Administrative Court of Appeal in Jönköping is looking for future judges

The Administrative Court of Appeal in Jönköping is one of four administrative courts. It is a general administrative court that handles cases appealed from a district court. The court processes a very large number of case types. Approximately 4,000 cases are filed annually, primarily concerning disputes between individuals and authorities. The court has about 65 employees and we work in modern premises in central Jönköping.

We educate the judges of the future – are you the one we are looking for?

The judicial training lays the foundation for one of the most important roles you can have in society - being a judge is responsible, stimulating, independent, and developmental.

The court mainly deals with cases appealed from a district court. As a judge in an administrative court, you make decisions about many different situations in people's lives, as you adjudicate disputes between individuals and authorities. It is an inspiring and developing job where you take into account both legal and human considerations.

The court trains the judges of the future and annually hires about six court clerks for the special judicial training program. Following the judicial career path gives you broad knowledge and experience from various areas of law. You will have the opportunity to work as a chair and lead negotiations in court, ensuring that cases and matters are investigated in a legally secure manner.

Training and Work

The judicial training typically lasts four years under the guidance of experienced judges and combines practical work with theoretical education through the Court Academy.

In the first year, you will serve as a clerk in the court and work with preparation, legal investigations, presentations, proposals for decisions, and notes during hearings. This is followed by two years at a district court in Jönköping, Linköping, or Växjö. You will handle cases, adjudicate independently, and often mentor interns. The training concludes with a year of adjunct work at the court as an acting court assessor, where you work as a member with essentially the same tasks as regular judges.

The judicial training concludes with a year of adjunct work at the court as an acting court assessor. During this year, you will work as a member of the court and essentially perform the same tasks as the regular judges.

Requirements Profile

Formal Requirements

• Law degree or another equivalent approved degree according to the regulation (2007:386) on knowledge tests for eligibility as a judge, etc.
• Acquired clerk certification according to the Clerk Regulation (1990:469)
• Swedish citizenship and other requirements set out in Chapter 4, Section 1 of the Code of Judicial Procedure

Skills

We are looking for someone who:

• has good knowledge of the legal regulatory system and can apply it according to common methods.
• can express themselves clearly and understandably both in writing and orally. A clerk should speak and write in a language that facilitates individuals' contacts with the court and makes it possible for individuals to understand why the outcome was as it was.
• can see connections and has the ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex legal problems. A clerk should be able to focus on important and relevant information and draw well-founded conclusions based on the facts available.
• has a sense of what effort different issues require and has the ability to efficiently and legally complete cases and matters within a reasonable time and prioritize tasks correctly under high workloads.
• is organized and meticulous.
• has the ability to handle the court's technical aids and operational support and has the ability and interest to participate in the work of improving and developing the court's operations.

Personal Qualities

To be considered for employment, you must meet high standards regarding judgment, security awareness, and suitability. This means that you stand up for democratic values and the state values that govern the operations of Swedish Courts. We require you to follow applicable laws.

We place great emphasis on personal qualities and are looking for someone who:

• can work independently, has self-confidence, and can withstand the stresses that the judicial profession may entail.
• has a fundamental sense of security, is responsible, and has social security.
• has an interest in and ability to understand others' situations and experiences. You are aware of your surroundings and interested in society at large and understand that as a judge, you are in the spotlight and that the question of good judgment is important for public confidence in the courts.
• has good collaboration skills.
• has the ability to meet the public, parties, media, etc. in a good way. This includes communicative ability, sensitivity, and clarity towards both colleagues and the public.
• can function as and has the potential to develop in the role of a team leader. This also includes the ability to contribute to creating a good work environment through your demeanor and how you meet others and through understanding the demands of the operation.

Our Offer

All new employees undergo an orientation program to get to know the state values, operations, and workplace. You will receive a mentor to support you during your judicial training.

If you change your workplace, you can apply for relocation compensation.

We value the balance between work and leisure, which is reflected in our benefits and conditions. See more on the Swedish Courts' website: Benefits and Conditions - Swedish Courts (https://www.domstol.se/jobba-hos-oss/att-jobba-i-sveriges-domstolar/varfor-jobba-hos-oss/formaner-och-villkor/)

Application, Selection, and Appointment

Please send your application via Visma Recruit and attach your degree certificate, grades, and any clerk certificates or expected clerk certification dates, as well as other relevant qualifications.

Your application will be placed in our applicant database, read more on our website: The Special Judicial Training - The Administrative Court of Appeal in Jönköping (https://www.domstol.se/kammarratten-i-jonkoping/om-kammarratten/fiskalsansokan/)

The recruitment concerns one or more positions. Court clerks are probationary employees under the Employment Protection Act (1982:80) with a probationary period of six months. The tariff salary is 42,500 SEK (2025 salary level). We strive for a balanced gender distribution. Psychological tests are included in the selection process.

In accordance with the court's employment procedures, background checks will be conducted in the event of a potential employment.